The Cal 34-III represents the final and most refined evolution of C. William Lapworth’s highly successful 34-foot performance hull. Introduced in the late 1970s as a successor to the original Cal 34 and the subsequent Mark II, the Mark III was Jensen Marine’s attempt to modernize a racing pedigree for the burgeoning family cruiser market. While the hull retained the iconic Lapworth lines—featuring a flat bottom for surfing and a high-aspect fin keel—the deck and interior were completely reimagined. This version is easily distinguished from its predecessors by its higher coachroof, which provided significantly more headroom and a more contemporary aesthetic. The Cal 34-III was built during the era when Jensen Marine transitioned production to Tampa, Florida, and eventually Fall River, Massachusetts, reflecting a period of high-quality fiberglass layup and a shift toward "yacht-like" finishes.
Cal 34-Iii Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Cal
- Model
- 34-Iii
- Builder
- Jensen Marine
- Designer
- C. William Lapworth
- Number Built
- 193
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1979
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 | $15,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 34 | 34.5' | $34,000 | 100 | 39 |
| Dehler 34 | 33.13' | $47,271 | 65 | 36 |
| Hunter 34 | 34.42' | $25,950 | 48 | 15 |
| C&C 34 | 33.5' | $20,995 | 17 | 1 |
| Pearson 34 | 33.79' | $15,500 | 10 | 3 |
| CAL 34 | 33.24' | $19,900 | 9 | 3 |
| CAL 31 | 31.5' | $10,500 | 9 | 2 |
| CAL 40 | 39.33' | $68,000 | 4 | 2 |
| CAL 29 | 29' | $4,900 | 3 | 1 |
| Cal 34-Iii | $15,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| Pearson 32 | 31.75' | $6,250 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $15,000 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Cal 34-Iii cost?
- The median asking price for a used Cal 34-Iii over the past 12 months is $15,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Cal 34-Iii sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Cal 34-Iii listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Cal 34-Iii?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 34, Dehler 34, Hunter 34. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.